Full-Time | Permanent | Remote

About Cognita

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 100+ schools in 17 countries across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and the Middle East, serving more than 85,000 students. Each of our schools is uniquely proud of its identity, but collectively, we aim to create an environment where everyone can Thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

About the role

We are seeking a strategic Reward Partner with a global mindset, strong technical expertise in reward and benefits, and a proactive, partnership-focused approach.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to support the Europe & USA regions by driving meaningful reward initiatives and shaping fair, competitive practices within a busy, people-focused organization.

You will work closely with senior stakeholders, analyze complex data, manage key projects, and play a vital role in aligning reward strategies with Cognita’s inclusive and high-performing culture.

This role is ideal for someone who is:

• Internationally experienced and culturally aware
• Collaborative and engaging
• Personable with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Comfortable working at pace and managing multiple priorities
• Passionate about creating a positive employee experience

What you will be doing:

• Providing pragmatic advice on Reward & Benefits policies
• Collaborating with HR teams across countries to ensure communication and delivery alignment
• Designing and implementing KPIs to support equitable and strategic reward decisions
• Monitoring legislative changes and assessing their impact on compensation and benefits
• Supporting the annual pay award process and job evaluation activities
• Leading compensation benchmarking using internal data and external reward surveys
• Delivering UK gender pay gap reporting and supporting global ESG-linked reward projects
• Managing benefits renewal processes and relationships with providers, recommending improvements aligned with our employee value proposition

For our detailed Candidate pack, please click here.

Who we are looking for:

Experience:

• Substantial experience in Reward, Compensation, and Benefits at partner or senior advisor level
• Proven experience working with multiple countries
• Excellent project management and stakeholder engagement skills

Skills & Attributes:

• Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities
• Exceptional communicator with a people-first mindset
• Organized, agile, and able to manage competing demands
• Solved-oriented with a commitment to continuous improvement
• High integrity and professionalism
• Confident working independently and remotely within a global team

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• GPP Pension
• Life Assurance
• 25 Days Holiday plus bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee Discounts Site
• Professional Subscriptions reimbursement

How to Apply

Apply before the 07/08/2025. We encourage early applications and may interview and appoint before the deadline for the right candidate.

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff, volunteers, and third parties must share this commitment. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and respectful treatment of all employees.